Places And Travel
These 12 Towns In California's Sierra Nevada Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
These 12 Towns In California’s Sierra Nevada Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026, pairing Lake Tahoe shores and Gold Rush streets with Mount Whitney views.
The Longest Suspension Bridges In The United States
New York's Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge tops this ranking of US suspension bridges by main span, ahead of California's Golden Gate and Michigan's Mackinac.
9 Best Places To Retire In British Columbia
Where to retire in B.C. without paying coastal prices: nine towns with detached homes below the provincial average and a hospital close at hand.
9 Most Peaceful Small Towns In Arizona
Arizona's nine most peaceful small towns, from Grand Canyon Village and Page to Payson and Ajo, pair quiet trails and open desert with restful places to stay.
The United States Towns In A Permanent Rain Shadow
Eleven US towns sit permanently behind mountains that take their rain, from Death Valley Junction at 2 inches a year to Sunnyside, Washington, at 8.
The Oldest Carousels In the United States
Two carousels built in 1876 still run in Oak Bluffs and Watch Hill, and five more from before 1904 are still spinning, most for a dollar or two a ride.
The Snake Infested State Parks In The Appalachians
From Cheaha in Alabama to Harriman in New York, these Appalachian state parks are home to timber rattlesnakes and copperheads, and how to hike them safely.
The United States's 9 Most Laid-Back Towns
Nine laid-back US towns, including Decorah, Iowa, Cannon Beach, Oregon, and Hanalei, Hawaii, where quiet trails, waterfalls, beaches, and spas set the tone.
The Oldest Castles In America
America's oldest castles, from the brick walls of Bacon's Castle and the coquina Castillo de San Marcos to Castle Tucker and Castle Williams.
The Towns On The Gulf Coast Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To
Gulf Coast retiree towns across Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi, compared on typical home values, 65-plus newcomers, hospitals, and local transit.
These Kentucky Towns Have The Best Views In The State
In four Kentucky towns the best views arrive with the history attached, including a sandstone arch, a moonbow, and the state song's birthplace.
2026's Newest National Park in the United States
Chiricahua National Park in southeastern Arizona became the 64th national park on October 20, 2026, protecting volcanic rock spires and Apache history.
New York's Top Fall Attraction in 2026 Boasts a Record-Breaking Maze
A 2.3-acre maze of 1,000 arborvitae at Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm in Mattituck is the largest evergreen hedge maze in the contiguous US.
Where Young Families Are Putting Down Roots In Pennsylvania
Why young families are moving to Pennsylvania, what homes cost in seven fast-growing towns, and the best things to do with kids in each one.
10 Underrated Georgia Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
From St. Simons Island and Brunswick on the coast to Rome, Cedartown, and Tallulah Falls up north, these 10 Georgia small towns pair history with outdoor fun.
This 4,000-Acre Scottish Estate Has A 1634 Castle And Still Makes Its Own Power
Monzie Estate in Perthshire runs to 4,000 acres with a 1634 castle, an 1831 church and a 1952 hydro plant that still powers every cottage. You can rent one.
9 Most Walkable Town Centers In South Australia
These pedestrian-friendly town centers provide a uniquely intimate way to experience South Australia, one street, landmark, and local stop at a time.
The Towns In The Pacific Northwest Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To
Where Pacific Northwest retirees are actually moving, and how taxes, home prices, and hospitals compare across nine towns in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
The Towns In Northern California Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To
Six Northern California towns for retirees, including Lincoln, Auburn, and Sonoma, with senior centers, nearby hospitals, trails, and Gold Rush history.
The State Parks That Feel Like Zion
The State Parks That Feel Like Zion. Hike lava flows in Snow Canyon, slide down coral pink dunes near Kanab, or walk across a sandstone arch in Kentucky.
2026's 9 Best Small Towns To Visit In Washington
Washington's small towns like Anacortes, Poulsbo, and Aberdeen fill this list with island ferries, Norwegian bakeries, whale watching, and timber history.
7 Small Towns In The Ozarks That Come Alive In The Fall
Whether hiking an alpine lake trail or traversing a limestone tunnel, be prepared for the small towns in the Ozarks to leave you breathless this fall.
Which US County Has The Most Water Inside It?
Over 90 percent of some counties is water, and it has little to do with their land. From the Great Lakes to the Keys, it is about where the line stops.
The Largest Planetariums In The United States
The Largest Planetariums In The United States ranked by dome size, led by Jersey City, with St. Louis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago close behind.
The County That Holds Both The Highest And Lowest Points In The Lower 48
Inyo County, California holds Mount Whitney at 14,505 feet and Badwater Basin at 282 below, 85 miles apart, the hottest place on Earth and the oldest tree.
The 9 Can't-Miss Towns In Ontario
From Elora's gorge and Tobermory's shipwrecks to Almonte, the Hallmark movie town, these nine small towns in Ontario each offer something of their own.
11 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Poconos
11 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Poconos. Stroll Honesdale’s painted storefronts, hear jazz in Delaware Water Gap, and see the Lincoln flag in Milford.
The Most Photographed Bridge In America
Discover what makes the Golden Gate Bridge America’s most photographed bridge, where to capture it, and three other US bridges worth a photo stop.
The Towns In New England Where Retirees Are Moving To
The Towns In New England Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To sit in southern New Hampshire, coastal Maine, and Cape Cod, according to Medicare and IRS data.
US Towns That Look Like The Mediterranean
Red-tile roofs, Spanish missions and Greek sponge docks are closer than Europe in these coastal towns from California to Florida and up to Rhode Island.
The Most Dangerous Harbors To Enter In America
The Columbia River Bar, Humboldt Bay, and Oregon Inlet are U.S. harbor entrances where shallow bars, strong currents, and shifting sand can turn deadly.
7 Ideal Missouri Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Missouri getaway with Mark Twain history, Ozark entertainment, and welcoming river towns filled with memorable stops.
The Best Towns to Retire In Florida Near a State Park
A state park down the road sounds ideal for retirement, but these Florida towns also have the home prices, healthcare, and neighborhoods worth a look.
10 Main Streets Where Italy Comes Alive
Arcaded streets in Chiavari, confetti shops in Sulmona, and baroque palazzi in Scicli lead a tour of 10 Italian towns and their main streets.
2026's 10 Most Scenic New Zealand Towns
New Zealand's most scenic towns in 2026 offer unforgettable views, with dramatic mountain landscapes and coastal scenery worth the journey.
The Towns On The Pacific Coast Where Retirees Are Moving To
6 Pacific Coast towns in California and Oregon where Census data shows retirees are actually arriving, compared on home prices, hospitals, and coastal access.
9 Most Peaceful Small Towns In California
9 quiet California towns, including Dunsmuir, Fort Bragg, Kings Beach, and Solana Beach, with trailside waterfalls, coastal beaches, and wine country stays.
The American Buildings Struck By Lightning Most Often
America’s tallest skyscrapers take repeated lightning strikes, with Chicago’s Willis Tower leading the way in recorded strikes.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Oregon
Oregon towns like La Grande, Klamath Falls, Coos Bay, and Pendleton pair mountain, coastal, and river scenery with a lower cost of living than Portland.
The Biggest Tree East Of The Mississippi
The largest hollow bald cypress east of the Mississippi is in Louisiana’s Cat Island Refuge, holding the national champion title.